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1969 - College of the Canyons opens with first class of students in temporary quarters at Hart High School [story]
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June 25: Saxtravaganza Returns to Hart Hall
Monday, Jun 19, 2017

Saxtravaganza, Santa Clarita’s all-saxophone ensemble, will play a free concert at Hart Hall (inside Hart Park) on Sunday, June 25, starting at 7 p.m. The program will offer listeners a wide variety of musical styles, including classical and movie themes, marches, tangos, rags and jigs. The group...

Dwight Yoakam, Cheech & Chong, Three Dog Night Topline 2017-2018 PAC Season

Dwight Yoakam Dwight Yoakam, Cheech & Chong, The Chieftains, Three Dog Night and Disney’s “Frozen” Sing-Along highlight the Santa Clarita Performing Arts Center’s 2017-18 season, featuring an eclectic lineup of talented musicians and performers, as well as family-friendly...

July 27: Author to Talk at Barnes & Noble
Friday, Jun 16, 2017

New York Times and USA Today best-selling author, Mary Alice Monroe, will be discussing her new book, “Beach House for Rent” at the Barnes & Noble in Valencia on July 27. Ms. Monroe has authored more than 20 books. She is passionate about conservation and the environment and writes richly...

L.A. Summerfest to Honor Retired NSD Superintendent

Dr. Marc Winger The Santa Clarita Shakespeare Festival has announced this year’s honoree for the Court of the Lord Chamberlain, the kick-off event of the LA Summerfest at Rivendale. Dr. Marc Winger, retired Superintendent of the Newhall School District, will be inducted in recognition of his leadership...

SCV-based Band KiKstart Will Tour Ventura County
Thursday, Jun 15, 2017

Phenomenal teen band KiKstart, comprised of twin sisters Kalia & Keeli Javan are no strangers on stage. They have performed in numerous concert venues across L.A. County including one of their local favorites, Vincenzo’s Pizza in Newhall, as well as iconic stages like The Mint LA and The Whisky...

Aug. 21: Nature-Inspired Watercolor Painting on Tap at SCAA

Mary Kay Wiilson in 2014. Photo: Gerard Burkhart Mary Kay Wilson will demonstrate watercolor painting at the August 21 meeting of the Santa Clarita Artists Association (SCAA). This event is free, open to the public and meets at 6:30 pm at Barnes & Noble, 23630 Valencia Blvd. Wilson will be demonstrating...

July 29: Country Showdown Winner Savannah Burrows Live at Central Park
Wednesday, Jun 14, 2017

Singer-guitarist Savannah Burrows, who won the local round of the KHTS Country Showdown last year, returns to the stage at Central Park on Saturday, July 29, at 7 p.m. Part of the city of Santa Clarita’s summer Concerts in the Park series presented by Logix Federal Credit Union, Burrows is set to perform...

June 14: Sizzle Reel Producers Panel Offers How-To Tips

Two seasoned film editors will share their top advice regarding trailers, sizzle reels and demo reels in a panel discussion at the Oak Room at The Centre tonight, June 14, from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. The “Keep it Short: Cutting Trailers and Reels That Sizzle” panel will benefit independent filmmakers,...

June 16: Valencia Jazz and Blues Opening Night
Tuesday, Jun 13, 2017

This Friday, June 16 is opening night for the 2017 Valencia Jazz & Blues Concert Series. Join the special celebration with a smoking hot Latin Jazz Dance party featuring the critically acclaimed Susie Hansen Latin Band. Susie Hansen, an Electric violinist and vocalist fronts this sizzling Salsa...

Santa Clarita Arts Upcoming Events

Jun 14, 2017: New Heights: Cutting Trailers and Reels that Sizzle at The Centre Jun 14, 2017 07:00 pm Two seasoned editors share their top advice regarding trailers, sizzle reels and demo reels. This panel will benefit independent filmmakers, directors and actors/actresses seeking to put their best foot...

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1969 - College of the Canyons opens with first class of students in temporary quarters at Hart High School [story]
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1987 - Slender-horned spineflower listed in Federal Register as endangered species [story] Slender-horned spineflower
The Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors passed a motion on Tuesday, Sept. 24 to officially designate “Old Glory” a Los Angeles County Historic Landmark.
Supes Vote to Officially Make ‘Old Glory’ Historic Landmark
After exhausting other identification methods, Antelope Valley Medical Center, an acute care hospital in Lancaster, California is seeking the media and public’s help in identifying family for a male patient who has been hospitalized since Sept. 5.
AV Medical Center Asks Public’s Help in Identifying Patient
Staff, students, and families from Opportunities for Learning Public Charter High School’s Santa Clarita and Canyon Country campuses recently participated in the 10th annual Be the Light night run in Valencia.
Opportunities for Learning Staff, Students, Support Be the Light Run
The Santa Clarita Planning Commission will hold its regular meeting Tuesday, Oct. 1, at 6 p.m., in City Hall's Council Chambers
Oct. 1: Santa Clarita Planning Commission Regular Meeting
The Santa Clarita Valley Water Agency has been awarded the Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting from the Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada.
SCV Water Earns Certificate for Excellence in Financial Reporting
Caltrans will close lanes overnight on Interstate 405 near the Interstate 5 interchange the nights of Thursday, Oct. 3 and Friday, Oct. 4 for slope and drainage repair.
Oct. 3-4: Overnight Lane Closures Scheduled for I-405 at I-5
California State Assemblywoman Pilar Schiavo (D-Chatsworth) has announced three bills in her legislative package have been signed by Governor Gavin Newsom.
‘Click to Cancel,’ Foreclosure Protection Bills Signed by Governor
The California Department of Transportation advises motorists that Southbound Interstate 5 will be reduced to only one or two lanes in northern Los Angeles County between Vista Del Lago Road and Templin Highway beginning Sunday night, Sept. 29, through Friday morning, Oct. 4.
Sept. 29-Oct. 4: SB I-5 Lanes Closed, Vista Del Lago-Templin Hwy
Los Angeles County Registrar-Recorder/County Clerk Dean C. Logan has announced the mailing of Sample Ballot Books to all registered voters for the Nov. 5 General Election has started.
County Mailing Sample Ballot Books for General Election
The Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department Missing Persons Unit is asking for the public’s help locating a man last seen in Saugus.
LASD Seeks Public’s Help Locating Missing Saugus Man
The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health has confirmed the first death due to West Nile virus for the 2024 mosquito season in Los Angeles County.
First West Nile Virus Death of 2024 Reported in SFV
2014 - Towsley Canyon Loop Trail named for naturalist Don Mullally [story]
Don Mullally
The William S. Hart Union High School District Governing Board approved the appointment of Jon Carrino as the new Assistant Superintendent of Business Services.
Hart District Names Jon Carrino to New Post
NAACP Santa Clarita will hold the Santa Clarita Masquerade Ball, a fundraising Gala at California Institute of the Arts.
Oct. 4: CalArts Presents NAACP Santa Clarita Masquerade Ball
On Sept. 26 Princess Cruises, headquartered in Valencia, celebrated a major construction milestone of its second Sphere-Class vessel, Star Princess, with the traditional maritime float out ceremony at the Fincantieri Shipyard in Monfalcone, Italy.
Star Princess Receives Float Out Ceremony
The Boys & Girls Club of Santa Clarita Valley has received a $10,000 donation from the Valencia Invitational Baseball League.
SCV Boys & Girls Club Receives $10K Donation From VIBL
All For Kids is seeking foster families and now offers two virtual ways for individuals or couples to learn how to help children in foster care while reunifying with birth families or how to provide legal permanency by adoption.
Oct. 17: All for Kids Foster Families Virtual Orientation
California State Sen. Scott Wilk (R-Santa Clarita) has announced his bill to help expand access to low- and no-cost spay/neuter services, a much-needed first step in relieving California’s animal shelter overcrowding crisis, was signed by California Governor Gavin Newsom.
Governor Signs Wilk’s Bill on Animal Shelter Overcrowding
Prepare for a ghoulishly delightful time at the Newhall Family Theatre of the Performing Arts as the Raising the Curtain Foundation presents the Bob Baker Marionettes' "Hallowe’en Spooktacular", Saturday, Oct. 19 at 11 a.m. at 24607 Walnut St., Newhall, CA 91321.
Oct. 19: Newhall Family Theatre Hosts Bob Baker Marionettes’ ‘Hallowe’en Spooktacular’
Santa Clarita Artists Association presents "Dark, Odd, & Mysterious", a bizarre and twisted art show bringing strange and curious local art to Old Town Newhall with a reception Saturday, Oct. 5, 5-8 p.m. at 22508 6th St., Newhall, CA 91321.
Oct. 5: ‘Dark, Odd, Mysterious’ Art Exhibit Reception at SCAA Gallery
One of the most beloved and meaningful parks in our community is about to expand, offering some exciting new amenities to our residents.
Marsha McLean| David March Park is Expanding
Circle of Hope Cancer Support Center will host the Seas the Day Afternoon Tea Saturday, Oct. 19 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. at Bella Vida in the Santa Clarita Valley Senior Center, 27180 Golden Valley Road, Santa Clarita, CA 91351.
Oct. 19: Circle of Hope Seas the Day Afternoon Tea
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